Writing Responses, Reading & Citing Text Evidence With the "RACE" Strategy
HOW DO YOU KNOW? In the story, it states... Thinking critically is an important step in reading and writing. The "RACE" strategy will teach your child how to find and support their answer with evidence from the text "the poof". Start Today!
Achieve Learning Partners By Paige Howell
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5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. All homework or after-class practice is optional and answers are provided so that the work does not need to be returned. However, we are happy to receive the homework and provide feedback. We do suggest the students use this to practice between classes. We teach that "practice makes progress".Grading
After completion of the class, we are happy to provide our anecdotal notes and observations. We do not however provide grades.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
IS YOUR CHILD ABLE TO THINK AND READ CRITICALLY? CAN THEY FIND THE EVIDENCE IN THE TEXT? CAN THEY CITE THEIR TEXT EVIDENCE? These are all essential skills for academic success. However, by utilizing the "RACE" Strategy, students will learn the process to master these skills. Use code LEARN9L4PX5 to save $5 today! In the book, Pathways to the Common Core, Calkins et al., (2012) state that, “The ability to convey knowledge is becoming just as important as knowledge itself” In this class, students will learn and practice the "RACE" strategy for providing concise and informative short-answer responses. Using the "RACE" strategy helps students develop critical thinking skills, organize their thoughts, and express their ideas more effectively. Being able to provide concise and structured responses is important as students begin to read more in-depth and critically. Answering questions using the "RACE" strategy allows students to show their complete understanding of what they have read as well as the question being asked. In our classes, you will find kind, caring, and encouraging teachers who will work hard to ensure your child has a great experience and will be taught the objectives of the class. In addition, we provide feedback as well as our observations and suggestions from the class. We also provide additional at-home practice after every class. We are not just here for your students, we are also your learning partners and value your feedback and correspondence. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, comments, or concerns you may have. Common Core State Standards - R.L 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1 - Cite evidence to support an analysis of the text CCSS R.I. 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1 Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text. Happy Learning!
Learning Goals
In this class, students will
-Learn how to write a short-answer response using the "RACE" Strategy
-Practice reading aloud
-Use critical thinking skills
-Review punctuation rules
-Learn how to correctly cite a response pulled directly from a text
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
RACE To Write - Start Your Engines!
In this lesson, students will be introduced to the "RACE" strategy of answering short-answer response questions. In this class we will focus on the first two strategies - Restating the Question and Answering the Question. We will read a few stories together and practice the first two steps. Students will leave class with an understanding of this strategy. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
RACE to Write - And We Are Off!
In this lesson, we quickly review the first two strategies - Restate the Question and Answer the Question. We will then move into the third step of Citing the Evidence. Again, we read and apply the first three strategies. Students will leave class with an even greater understanding of the strategy. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
RACE to Write - We are in the turn!
In this lesson, we quickly review the RACE strategy. We then jump into reading more short stories and practice how to use the "RACE" strategy. In this lesson, we will dive into more of the "citing" step. Learning more about when to use quotations when citing information. We will also dive more critically into how they support their answers. Students will leave class with more clarity and understanding of the strategy. 40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
RACE to Write - We are headed to the Finish Line!
In this lesson, we quickly review the RACE strategy. We then jump into reading more short stories and practice how to use the "RACE" strategy. In this lesson, we will dive into more of the "citing" step. Learning more about when to use quotations when citing information. We will also dive more critically into how they support their answers. 40 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and pencil for each class.
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
9 teachers have teaching certificates
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Science
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Mississippi Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
4 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Education from University of Louisville
Master's Degree in Education from Ashland University
Master's Degree in Education from American College of Education
Doctoral Degree in Education from Capella University
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Harding University
10 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from University of Kentucky
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Walsh University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from Armstrong Atlantic State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor's Degree from Sienna Heights University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brock University, St. Catharines Canada
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Brock University, St. Catharines Canada
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Ottawa, Canada
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Washtenaw Community College
For more detailed information about our teachers, please visit our Achieve Learning Partners profile page!
Paige Howell:
Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from University of Kentucky
Master of Arts Degree in Education from University of Louisville
TESOL Certified Teacher
30+ Years Teaching Experience
Allie Lippe-Mackey:
Master’s Degree in Curriculum & Instruction: Reading Literacy
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Science
10+ Years Teaching Experience
Amy Alston:
Associate's Degree in Childhood Development from Washtenaw Community College
Bachelor's Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Sienna Heights University
23+ Years Teaching Experience
Ashley Harper:
Bachelor's Degree in Middle Childhood Education from Walsh University
Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Ashland University
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Middle School Mathematics, Language Arts, and K-12 Reading
10+ Years Teaching Experience
Courtney Betty:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of Arizona Global Campus
10+ Years Teaching Experience
Erika Marrie:
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Brock University, St. Catharines Canada
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Ottawa, Canada
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brock University, St. Catharines Canada
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Trained in Special Education, Behavioral Sciences, and Structured Literacy
19+ Years Teaching Experience
Jamie Salik:
17+ Years Teaching Experience
Jennifer Hartley:
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
Master’s Degree in Reading: Language & Literacy
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Trained in Orton-Gillingham
20+ Years Teaching Experience
Kristen Long:
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
ESOL Endorsed
8+ Years Teaching Experience
Rhonda Savage:
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from Armstrong Atlantic State University
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Dyslexia Endorsed, LETRS-Trained, Certified Reading Specialist, and Orton-Gillingham Instructor
20+ Years Teaching Experience
Sheila Weems:
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Harding University
Doctoral Degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Capella University
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in Elementary EducationReviews
Live Group Course
$17
weekly1x per week, 5 weeks
40 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
2-8 learners per class
